French Riviera Tour: Cannes, Monaco & Eze Full-Day

Nine hours covering four coastal towns and two palaces without arranging your own transport

A full-day shore excursion from Villefranche through the French Riviera's most recognizable landmarks (Cannes' Festival Palace and Croisette Boulevard, Antibes' Billionaires' Quay, the hilltop village of Eze with its Fragonard perfumery, and Monaco's Prince's Palace and Monte Carlo Casino) led by an English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The itinerary builds free time into each stop so you set the pace. A 50% refund applies if your cruise port is cancelled last-minute.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. La Croisette Boulevardpassing by
2. Palais des Festivals20m
3. La Turbiepassing by
4. Èze30m
5. Prince's Palace of Monaco30m
6. Monaco Cathedral10m
7. Monte Carlo Casino15m

French Riviera full-day shore excursion

• Pick up at hotel
• Drive to Cannes via motorway
• Explore Cannes palaces on Croisette boulevard
• Walk on Palais des Festivals red carpet
• Visit Cannes Walk of Fame
• Drive coastal road to Antibes
• Stroll Antibes Old Town walls and Picasso museum
• Pass Billionaire’s Quay and marina
• Admire La Turbie Roman vestige
• Visit hilltop village of Eze
• Tour Fragonard Perfume Factory
• Descend to Monaco and see Prince's Palace
• Visit Monaco Cathedral
• Stop at Monte-Carlo Casino and view luxury cars

The experience

The day starts in Cannes, where you walk the red carpet steps of the Palais des Festivals and stroll the Croisette Boulevard past the Carlton, Majestic and Martinez hotels where film festival stars stay. From there the route follows the coast toward Antibes, passing through Golfe-Juan and Juan-les-Pins before reaching the old town's 15th-century ramparts and the Picasso Museum in Grimaldi Castle. Your guide drives you past Antibes' marina and its Billionaires' Quay, then inland toward the Trophy of the Alps (the oldest Roman monument on the French Riviera) in the village of La Turbie.

Eze sits 400 meters above the sea on a hilltop filled with narrow streets and history. There are steps to climb to reach the top of the village, and you'll have time to explore on your own before visiting the Fragonard Perfume Factory to learn how fragrances are made. The guide shares facts during the minivan drives, but the stops themselves are yours to spend as you want.

The final stretch descends into Monaco, where you see the Prince's Palace on the Rock (and the changing of the guards if you're there in the morning), visit Monaco's Cathedral, and stop at Monte Carlo Casino to see its architecture and the display of luxury cars outside. Entry to the casino costs 17 euros and is available in the afternoon only. You can gamble a few coins or simply walk through to see the interior. The minivan returns you to your hotel or ship at the end of the day.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking guide.
• hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan.
• access to all four towns and their main landmarks.
• free time to explore each stop at your own pace.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (under 12)

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Liven Up Nice

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Villefranche means you don't need a rental car or arrange your own transport to reach Cannes, Eze and Monaco in one day. The minivan collects you and returns you at the end, and the fixed itinerary fits all four stops inside nine hours.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 12).

Can I visit the Fragonard Perfume Factory on my own, or is it part of the guided tour?

The Fragonard Perfume Factory is a scheduled stop where you meet up with your driver and have the chance to visit and discover how fragrances are made. It is not a guided walk-through but rather a place you explore at your own pace during the allocated time.

What happens if my cruise ship's port call is cancelled at the last minute?

For cruisers, an exceptional 50% refund will be offered upon request if your port of call is cancelled last-minute.

Is there time to walk the red carpet at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes?

Yes. You'll have the opportunity to walk on the famous red carpet covering the steps of the Palais des Festivals and see the local Walk of Fame with celebrities' handprints before moving on to the next stop.

Do I need my passport to visit Monaco?

A passport is required to enter the Monte Carlo Casino. You do not need it to visit the Prince's Palace, Cathedral or wander the old town.

How much climbing is involved in Eze?

Eze is a hilltop village with a few steps to climb to reach the top. The village itself is filled with history and offers views over 400 meters above the sea, and you explore it at your own pace during the free time allocated.